Irish Dance Dublin
Irish dancing and sean-nós for adults in central Dublin
An Irish dance school teaching traditional Irish step dancing, céilí, and sean-nós styles.
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Before your first class
New Beginner classes are designed for people who have never done Irish dancing before and are starting from the very beginning.
Irish dancing shoes (light and heavy); alternatives include tap shoes for heavy shoes and ballet shoes for light shoes.
Free carpark with limited spaces at Mash House (D1).
About this studio
Irish Dance Dublin runs weekly classes for adult learners in Irish dancing and traditional sean-nós dance, taught by founder Mary Beth Taylor, a registered Irish dancing teacher (TCRG) with An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha and a sean-nós dancing teacher. With more than 25 years of experience as a dancer, educator, performer, tutor, and choreographer, Taylor has taught and performed throughout Ireland, the USA, Canada, France, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Cyprus, Albania, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia, and Oman. She has been living and dancing in Dublin since 2002.
Classes run at five levels: New Beginner (for those starting from the very beginning), Advanced Beginner (suitable for people with 3–6 months of basic Irish dancing experience, or basic experience from childhood), Improver (6–18 months' experience in both light and heavy dancing), Intermediate (dancers comfortable with Primary/Novice level steps, ready for more advanced movements and rhythms), and Advanced (for those with Méan/Ard Grad competition experience or performance and troupe work background). All classes teach both light and heavy shoes. The studio is not currently running weekly sean-nós dancing classes but plans to announce upcoming workshops and classes.
The studio is located at Mash House, Distillery Court, 537 N Circular Rd, Dublin, D01 A9N9. Classes can be booked online; priority is given to people booking full courses, though drop-in places are available if classes are not sold out. Dancing improves fitness, flexibility, memory, and provides a social environment for adults of all ages and skill levels—whether you're returning to a hobby or learning something new.
Testimonials describe the classes as joyful, supportive, and accessible, with Taylor noted for breaking steps down so that anyone can pick them up. Students range widely in age (one testimonial notes a 72-year-old participant) and ability. The atmosphere is described as fun rather than serious, with group-based learning rather than pressure to dance alone. The studio also offers social dancing and team-building for corporate and university groups.
What to expect
Your first visit
A beginner adult class where you'll learn Irish dance steps in both light and heavy shoes in a supportive, group-based environment. Classes are taught at an appropriate pace for adults, with no pressure to dance alone; you'll learn alongside others of mixed abilities.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Mary Beth Taylor (founder, TCRG, registered Irish dancing teacher and sean-nós dancing teacher with 25+ years' experience) teaches classes. The studio website lists additional instructors—Sitara Bakirova (began Irish dancing in Kazakhstan, later joined Altyn Batyr, the country's first Irish dancing company), Delaney Coppola (nearly 20 years' experience, started at Culkin School of Traditional Irish Dance in Maryland), Dave Bennett (started Irish dancing at six years old), Claire Sheridan (TCRG, professional dancer and registered Irish dancing teacher), and Megan Moloney (TMRF, Director of Bluegrass Céilí Academy in Lexington, Kentucky, and former colleague of Taylor's from their time at Culkin School in Washington, D.C.).
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
New Beginner classes are designed for people who have never done Irish dancing before and are starting from the very beginning.
What to wear and bring
Before your first class
What to bring
Irish dancing shoes (light and heavy); alternatives include tap shoes for heavy shoes and ballet shoes for light shoes. Shoes can be purchased at Dance World (various locations) or Fays Dance Shoes (Upper Dorset St, Dublin 1), or found second-hand via charity shops, Vinted.ie, Depop.com, Facebook Marketplace, DoneDeal.ie, or Adverts.ie.
Studio history
Founded by Mary Beth Taylor, who grew up in Marietta, Georgia, as the child of an Irish mother and an American father, and has been living and dancing in Dublin since 2002.
Styles offered
3 dance styles taught here
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Amenities
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
Irish Dance Dublinhasn't set up a public class schedule yet.
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Frequently asked about Irish Dance Dublin
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Irish Dance Dublin teach?
Irish Dance Dublin teaches General, Irish dancing (light and heavy shoes), Sean-nós dancing. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Irish Dance Dublin located?
Irish Dance Dublin is located in Dublin. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Irish Dance Dublin offer private lessons?
Contact Irish Dance Dublin directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Irish Dance Dublin teach kids and adults?
Irish Dance Dublin welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Irish Dance Dublin?
The fastest path is to visit Irish Dance Dublin via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.
Is there parking at Irish Dance Dublin?
Free carpark with limited spaces at Mash House (D1). At Dance Ireland (D1), limited on-street paid parking available on Foley Street and nearby at Irish Life Mall car park.